Five Drug Traffickers Jailed, Forfeit Assets to FG!

Five Drug Traffickers Jailed, Forfeit Assets to FG!

By Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured the conviction of five members of an international drug trafficking syndicate, who have been sentenced to a combined 21 years in prison by a Federal High Court in Lagos.

The agency confirmed that the traffickers were arrested at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, in possession of illicit substances concealed in luggage, body cavities, and parcels bound for Europe and Asia.

“The convicts were part of a coordinated transnational trafficking ring. The court not only sentenced them but ordered the forfeiture of proceeds and assets linked to their crimes,” said NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi.

Key Facts:

• The arrests followed weeks of surveillance and inter-agency collaboration.
• Assets forfeited include foreign currencies, luxury electronics, and real estate traced to the drug operations.
• The NDLEA has vowed to intensify crackdowns at airports and borders as part of its ongoing anti-narcotics war.

Why It Matters:

• This conviction reflects Nigeria’s deepening collaboration with global anti-drug agencies.
• Asset forfeiture ensures criminal proceeds are denied and redirected for public good.
• The case sends a strong message to traffickers targeting Nigeria’s air corridors.

Citations:

1. NDLEA Press Statement – November 2025
2. The Nation – “NDLEA secures conviction of drug traffickers in Lagos,” 2025
3. Punch – “Five jailed for drug smuggling through Lagos airport,” 2025

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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